2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 1988 Venturi Cabriolet
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Venturi Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Venturi Cabriolet would be higher. At 5,459 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1988 Venturi Cabriolet. (199 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1988 Venturi Cabriolet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Venturi Cabriolet weights approximately 70 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Venturi Cabriolet. (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Venturi Cabriolet. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK has automatic transmission and 1988 Venturi Cabriolet has manual transmission. 1988 Venturi Cabriolet will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 1988 Venturi Cabriolet | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Venturi |
| Model | CLK | Cabriolet |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5459 cc | 2456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 382 HP | 199 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2410 mm |
